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Bio-Based Materials: The Next Frontier in Green Chemistry for Sustainable Packaging

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Introduction The 21st century has witnessed a heightened awareness of environmental sustainability, prompting a critical revaluation of traditional practices across various industries. Nowhere is this shift more pronounced than in the realm of packaging, a ubiquitous element of daily life with profound implications for the environment. Traditional packaging materials, often derived from non-renewable resources, have …

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Assessing Soil and Water Salinity in Irrigated Lands of Selected Districts in Borana Zone,  Southern Ethiopia

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Introduction Excessive soil salinity is a significant constraint to crop productivity, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions where moisture availability is already limited. Understanding the salinity and sodicity status of soils, along with the quality of irrigation water, is vital for sustainable land management and improving agricultural output. Soils affected by salinity can impair plant …

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Ecological Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination of Tympanotonus fuscatus in Iko River Basin

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Introduction The mangrove periwinkle, scientifically known as Tympanotonusfuscatus, is a critical component of estuarine ecosystems. These small gastropod mollusks play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance by participating in nutrient cycling and serving as a food source for various organisms. However, the contamination of T.fuscatus by heavy metals poses a significant threat to both …

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Microbial Maestros: Unraveling the Crucial Role of Microbes in Shaping the Environment

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Introduction Microbes, including bacteria, archaea, fungi, and viruses, are ubiquitous in the environment and exert a profound influence on various ecological processes. These microscopic organisms, often overlooked or underestimated, play crucial roles in shaping and maintaining the delicate balance of ecosystems. This comprehensive review aims to shed light on the remarkable contributions of microbes in …

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The Impact of Environmental Awareness on Personal Carbon Footprint Values of Biology Department Students, Faculty of Science, El-Mergib University, Al-Khums, Libya

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Introduction The term carbon footprint was first introduced to the scientific community by William Reese and Matthias Wackernagel in the nineties of the twentieth century. However, it became prevalent during the campaign carried out by the B&B Company between 2005 and 2007. As in fingerprint and genetic footprint, each person has a carbon footprint, which …

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Protective effect of methanol extract of Annona muricata (soursop) leaves against bromate-induced kidney and liver damage in Wistar rats

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INTRODUCTION Over the years, food additives have been used to optimize food quality, increase shelf-life, and possibly increase the yield of certain commercial products. Potassium bromate is used in the baking industry as a dough improver in bread production, and in commercial products such as hair dyes. It acts at the late phase of the …

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The Role of Organic Farming in Achieving Agricultural Sustainability: Environmental and Socio-economic Impacts

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Introduction In the face of growing environmental concerns and the need for sustainable development, organic farming has emerged as a critical player in the agricultural sector [1]. This approach to farming is centered around the use of natural processes and materials, eschewing synthetic chemicals and genetically modified organisms to maintain ecological balance and protect the …

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Effect of temperature on the morphology and cultural characteristics of Corynespora pathogen of cotton under South Gujarat of India

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Introduction Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) is one of the most important fiber crops playing a key role in the economic and social scenario of the globe. It is the oldest among all the commercial crops of the world, providing fiber for the clothing of mankind. It is also known as “The white gold” or “The …

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Study on antigenic relationship of Canine Parvovirus types with vaccine strain using in-vitro cross-neutralization assay

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INTRODUCTION              Parvoviruses are smallest viruses of 23-28nm in diameter having non-segmented, single stranded DNA genome of 5200bp [1]. Genome codes for the structural and non-structural proteins namely VP1, VP2, VP3 and NS1 and NS2 respectively. The most part of the capsid is formed by VP2 and is the most important protein antigenically and immunogenically.             …

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